Definitions

1. noun

the act of stating or declaring something to be true or certain

“She made a bold assertion that she had solved the puzzle.”

2. noun

a statement or declaration that is made with confidence or certainty

“The scientist made an assertion about the existence of dark matter.”

3. noun

a claim or statement that is made without proof or evidence

“The politician’s assertion of being honest was questioned by the media.”

4. verb

to state or declare something as true or certain

“He asserted that the new policy would improve the company’s profits.”

5. verb

to claim or state something without proof or evidence

“She asserted her rights as a citizen to protest the government’s decision.”

6. noun

a quality or characteristic that is attributed to something

“The book’s assertion of moral values is what makes it so compelling.”